Which of the following are considerations for the dental office? ...

[bclement10]

Which of the following are considerations for the dental office?
 a. Financial investment for equipment and training.
  b. Learning curve for staff in using the equipment.
  c. Training for staff, if not computer literate.
  d. Cleanliness of environment required to operate the machinery.

Question 2

Which of the following are reasons most dental offices are using CAD/CAM restorative procedures?
 a. metal free, tooth colored restorative services
  b. completed in one appointment
  c. metal, tooth colored restorative services
  d. completed in two appointments

[FergA]

Answer to Question 1

a, b, c
RATIONALE: Training programs are available when the CAD/CAM system is purchased and for continued education. Second, a large financial investment is required for purchasing the system and for training. The learning curve may affect patient scheduling and production until the technique is mastered by the dental team. Third, the dentist and staff should be familiar with computers, be committed to learning the system, and be dedicated and enthusiastic about understanding and becoming skilled in this technology.

Answer to Question 2

a, b
RATIONALE: In-office CAD/CAM restorative systems are becoming increasingly common. These systems allow for metal-free, tooth-colored restorations to be fabricated within a single appointment.

[bclement10]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[kusterl]

Gracias!